Panchakarma Therapies
Detox. Heal. Rejuvenate — The Ayurvedic Way
Understanding Ayurveda
Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems, rooted in the ancient Indian text — the Atharva Veda. The term “Ayurveda” is derived from two Sanskrit words:
“Ayu” — life, encompassing body, senses, mind, and soul
“Veda” — knowledge or science
Together, Ayurveda is the Science of Life — aiming to maintain health and treat illness by balancing the body, mind, and spirit.
Core Principle of Ayurveda:
“स्वस्थस्य स्वास्थ्य रक्षणं, आतुरस्य विकार प्रशमनं च”
“To protect the health of the healthy and to cure the disease of the sick.”
(Charaka Samhita Sutra 30.26)
What is Panchakarma?
“Pancha” means five, and “Karma” means actions or treatments. Panchakarma refers to five deeply cleansing and rejuvenating Ayurvedic therapies. These procedures aim to detoxify the body, restore balance among Doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), rejuvenate tissues (Dhatus), and eliminate waste products (Malas)
Why Panchkarma?
Over time, the body accumulates toxins due to improper diet, lifestyle habits, emotional stress, and environmental pollutants. These toxins disrupt your Doshas and weaken immunity. Panchakarma eliminates these root causes and restores internal harmony. It:
Enhances metabolic functioning
Strengthens immunity
Improves mental clarity
Rejuvenates tissues and organs
Aids in weight management and stress relief
How we perform Panchkarma treatments at Arogya Ayu?
Panchakarma is performed in three phases such as Purva karma ( Pre-Therapy Preparation ), Pradhana karma ( Main Detox Therapies ), and Paschat karma ( Post-Therapy Care ).
Purva Karma (Pre-Therapy Preparation)
Prepares the body to eliminate toxins through:
Snehana (Oleation): Internal or external application of medicated oils/ghee
Swedana (Fomentation): Herbal steam to loosen toxins and open bodily channels
🛁 Snehana
Medicated ghee is given orally in increasing doses to lubricate internal systems.
Used to prepare for detox and as a nourishing therapy itself.
💨 Swedana (Steam Bath)
After oil massage, the body is exposed to herbal steam which helps open pores and eliminate impurities through sweat. Relieves joint stiffness, enhances circulation, and rejuvenates the skin.
Pradhana Karma (Main Detox Therapies)
The five classical Panchakarma treatments:
🌿 Vamana (Therapeutic Emesis)
Eliminates excess Kapha from the stomach and lungs via induced vomiting.
Effective for: Asthma, bronchitis, allergies, and emotional imbalances.
🌿 Virechana (Purgation Therapy)
Uses natural laxatives to remove excess Pitta from the liver and intestines.
Effective for: Skin disorders, acidity, jaundice, chronic fever, and liver imbalances.
🌿 Basti (Medicated Enema)
The most powerful Panchakarma therapy — introduces herbal oils/decoctions into the rectum to treat Vata disorders and detox the colon.
Types:
Anuvasana Basti (Oil Enema): Nourishes and lubricates
Niruha Basti (Herbal Decoction Enema): Detoxifies and restores balance
Conditions treated: Neurological issues, arthritis, back pain, constipation, infertility, etc.
🌿 Raktamokshana (Bloodletting)
Cleanses the blood to treat disorders caused by blood impurities (Pitta vitiation).
Performed using safe, expert-approved methods like leech therapy or venesection.
Effective for: Skin diseases, acne, abscesses, and hypertension.
🌿 Nasya (Nasal Detox)
Medicated oils or herbal extracts are instilled through the nostrils to cleanse the head and neck region.
Effective for: Sinusitis, migraines, memory loss, epilepsy, tinnitus, and allergies.
Paschat Karma (Post-Therapy Care)
Follows Panchakarma to restore digestive fire (Agni) and strengthen immunity.
Includes:
Samsarjana Krama: Gradual reintroduction of food
Herbal tonics: To rejuvenate and support the body’s natural healing
Lifestyle & dietary guidance: For long-term balance
Panchakarma is NOT DIY
Each therapy is customized based on your Prakriti (constitution), Dosha imbalance, age, health status, and seasonal factors. It must be administered under the supervision of trained Ayurvedic doctors in a certified hospital like ArogyaAyu.
